The Big Knife
A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood
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Movie star Charlie Castle draws the ire of Hollywood producer Stanley Hoff when he refuses to sign a new seven-year contract. Castle is sick of the low quality of the studio's films and wants to start a new life. While his estranged wife supports him in the decision, Castle's talent agent urges him to reconsider. When Castle continues to be uncooperative, Hoff resorts to blackmail in order to get his way.
Production
The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists
Language
EN
Status
Released
Release Date
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Cast
Jack Palance
Charles Castle
Ida Lupino
Marion Castle
Wendell Corey
Smiley Coy
Jean Hagen
Connie Bliss
Rod Steiger
Stanley Shriner Hoff
Shelley Winters
Dixie Evans
Ilka Chase
Patty Benedict
Everett Sloane
Nat Danziger
Wesley Addy
Horatio "Hank" Teagle
Paul Langton
Buddy Bliss
Nick Dennis
Mickey Feeney
Bill Walker
Russell
Michael Winkelman
Billy Castle
Richard Boone
Narrator (Voice)
Nick Cravat
Nick
Robert Emhardt
Bit Part
Mel Welles
Mustached Party Guest
Michael Fox
Prize Fight Announcer
Strother Martin
Stillman
Ralph Volkie
Referee
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